In just a week and few days, Namibians will once again walk to the polls to elect leaders who will represent them in local authorities and regional councils. The time for campaigning is almost over. If you have not yet convinced the people that you are their person – the clock is ticking. While candidates...
The skirmishes that are reported to have taken place in the Zambezi region, allegedly between supporters of different political parties or candidates, are regrettable. There should be no room for political intimidation or intolerance for others’ political affiliation. Such actions are bad news everywhere. According to reports, supporters of a political party and those of...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s decision this week to relieve Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Natangwe Iithete of his duties has sent an unmistakable message across government and the country; she meant what she said. From the day of her inauguration and again in her first Cabinet meeting, as well as at...
This edition’s front-page article spells out varying rain pattens for Namibia during the just-started rain season. This is not something to be taken lightly. What it means is that some parts of the country could receive good rainfall, while other parts may be left dry. Such prediction calls for urgent action to put the country...
The ECN deadline for the nominations as independent candidates has lapsed. Soon, we will know who the independent candidates are vying for election in the various constituencies and region of this great God’s country. The euphoria around standing as a candidate for local authorities or regional councils raises several questions. For starters, there are a...
The newly launched National Youth Development Fund is a much-welcome initiative in the fight against youth unemployment. The fund will go a long way to empower young entrepreneurs through collateral-free loans and grants, with the aim of creating jobs and fostering economic growth. The N$500 million fund is capitalised with N$257 million for the 2025/26...
The wave of Independent Candidates (IC) participating in elections has once again gripped Namibia. From retired teachers and former civil servants to community leaders – all are vying for a piece of the political pie. It is therefore vital for one to pause as ask; why the high interest in people running as independents? Historically,...
Windhoek’s Western Bypass has become notorious for claiming at least one life every two months if recent reports of fatalities along this stretch of road are anything to go by. Just this week, a young man lost his life as he attempted to cross the road. He was on his way to work to eke...
The individual taxpayer is under severe strain, with some paying up to a third of their income to tax. Those lucky enough to still be gainfully employed are so heavily taxed that the little they have left is further eroded by increasing payments for mortgages and car loan repayments, as well as food and other...
The discovery of oil offshore Namibia has highlighted the potential of transforming the nation’s economy and bringing home unprecedented opportunities for growth and development. As excitement builds around the prospects of tapping into these newfound resources, it is crucial for Namibia and Namibians to carefully position themselves to maximise the benefits while avoiding the pitfalls...